Tolerance and Fitness

Explicit

In this episode James and Robby discuss the connection between the concept of tolerance and fitness.

At base level, tolerance is defined as: showing willingness to allow the existence of opinions or behaviors that one does not necessarily agree with

So, how does this relate to fitness/health?

There are so many fitness and nutrition fads, cleanses and programs that are money making-schemes, false or outright harmful.

What are our responsibilities as fitness professionals to tolerate things with which we disagree?

For example, say a fitness client wants to do a 1000 calorie a day diet, but you know that would be harmful. Should you "tolerate" them doing it to let them learn their lesson about how 1000 calories a day is not the right approach long-term?

Should we tolerate the existence of fast food, candy bars,  ...